"interferant" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: interferants [plural]
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  1. A person applying for a patent that conflicts with an earlier one.
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  2. (analytical chemistry) A compound in the sample that produces readings which overlap those of the analyte, making analysis more difficult.
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